2011 Ford Ranger vs 2011 Nissan Frontier
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Ford Ranger | 2011 Nissan Frontier |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 235 | 64 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 12 | 110 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–24 | 16–21 |
| Median reported mileage | 49,750 mi | 50,100 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Ranger | Nissan Frontier |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 196 | 16 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 12 |
| Structure | 8 | 6 |
| Power Train | 5 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 4 |
| Engine | 2 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 9 |
2011 Ford Ranger
2011 Nissan Frontier
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.